Frisco ISD Natatorium is a 50-meter pool. The Winter Meet will utilize 25 yard, 8-lanes for competition swam in the middle of the facility. Spectator seating stretches the length of the pool. Saving seats is not allowed. COOLERS are not allowed inside the facility area; however, a concession stand is accessible from the pool area.

BLEACHERS ARE PROVIDED ALONG THE DECK FOR SWIMMERS. SWIMMERS IN THE CURRENT SESSION MAY NOT SIT IN THE SPECTATOR SEATING (Frisco ISD Natatorium Rules).

Gate Fee:

A daily admission fee applies to all non-swimmers and coaches. Everyone must pay to enter the facility. We do NOT designate coaches for this meet. Facility entry is first come, first served – saving seats is not allowed and will be monitored by staff. Please arrive and enter together. There are two entrances for spectators.
$5/adult; $2/student ages 6-17; Free/Children 5 & younger

Parking:

The Athletic Complex parking is available.

Meet Mobile:

There has been some confusion as to the accuracy of Meet Mobile. We provide this as a courtesy to spectators. Please keep in mind that results are NOT final until posted on the wall at the conclusion of the protest period.

Sessions dates & start times:

Times provided are approximatemeet start times. Warm-ups take place prior to the beginning of each session. Warm-ups are open warm-ups - no assigned lanes. A warm-up/cool-down area is available during the meet. Athletes must report to the ready bench when the event is called. Athletes who do not check-in or who miss their race, will not be allowed to swim. NO parents/coaches allowed in heating area!

Individual Swimmers must register on-line (www.taaf.com) by the published deadlines. Individuals must register for three events in one transaction to receive the bundled discount. The age-up date for this meet is January 15. Please enter times as the meet is seeded.

Late Registration: January 10-12, 2015 11:59pm
$35 up to 3 individual events; $40/relay

New This Year: Gender specific and Mixed relay entries are only accepted via the website. At this time, we can only accept complete relay entries (minimum four athletes). Athlete name, mailing address, gender and date of birth are required information. Relay order does not matter when entering on-line. Please see above deadlines for registration and pricing.

Winter Games Swim Meet Registration

FAQ's:

1. How do I register?

See above

2. What are the registration fees for the meet?Early registration: November 1 - December 31, 2014 11:59pm $20 up to 3 individual events; $25/relay Registration: January 1-9, 2015 11:59pm $25 up to 3 individual events; $30/relay Late Registration: January 10-12, 2015 11:59pm $35 up to 3 individual events; $40/relay An individual must register for three events in one transaction to receive the bundled discount.

3. Do I have to qualify at a region meet to participate in the Winter Games of Texas Swim Meet? No. This meet is open to all swimmers, regardless of affiliation. It is an open meet, meaning there is not a qualification process.

4. Can I register for two events and then add a third later at no additional charge?
No. You will be charged for each transaction. In order to receive the bundled rate, you must register for all three events in one transaction.

5. Does a relay count towards my three event maximum? How many relays can I enter?
No. Relays are counted separately. Individuals 14 & under may enter two relays. Individuals 15 & over may enter their gender specific relays, plus the mixed relays.

6. How do I know if my registration went through?
Participants receive a confirmation email from ClearThunder Event Registration System showing the credit card charge, along with events entered.

7. Once I complete my transaction, can I log-in and change my events or update seed times?
No. Please double check the events entered and seed times prior to completing the transaction.

8. Can I register for events the day of the meet?
No. Participants must enter the meet through the website (www.taaf.com) and meet the registration deadlines in order to swim. This includes all relay entries.

9. How can I check my entries prior to the meet? Will you post a psych sheet prior to the meet? Where do I get a heat sheet?
Entry lists will be posted approximately two days after the conclusion of each registration period. To check entry lists, go to www.swimtaaf.com. Changes to entries are not allowed. Corrections to entries, with proof of registration, can be accommodated. It is up to the individual to check entries for accuracy. We will post the final psych sheet on January 15. Heat sheets are available at the pool for $3.00.

10. What is the age-up date for this meet? Can I swim up or down an age group?
January 15 is the age-up date. Participants must swim in their age group in both individual and relay events. No age-ups or age-downs allowed.

11. How do I qualify for Nationals?
Medalists in either the Winter or Summer Games of Texas qualify to swim at the State Games of America held in odd-numbered years. Medalists may pick up information relating to the SGA from the awards booth.

12. TAAF Events Offered:
Participants must swim in appropriate age category for the events offered - no swim-ups or swim-downs. If an event is offered in both 6 & under and 8 & under, the participant must swim in the appropriate age category. If the event is only offered as 8 & under, 6 and younger may participate.